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• Mosquito Surveillance Maps
Maps and graph of 2001-2009 mosquito testing results by Michigan State University, Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics.

• WNV Mosquito Testing Results
Tables of 2003-2009 mosquito testing results by Michigan State University, Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics.

• Information on Mosquito Repellents
Using mosquito repellents containing DEET is remarkably safe when used according to the product label directions.

• Concerns about Effects of Pesticides PDF icon
Links to information on adverse effects of pesticides.

• Mosquito Control
Mosquito control programs in response to the West Nile virus mosquito vector should be comprehensive and integrated, including public education, personnel protection, source reduction and appropriate intervention.


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• Mosquito Control Policy on MDNR Owned Lands
Control of mosquitoes on DNR owned lands will be allowed only when there is a documented human health emergency and a written permit has been issued by the Management Unit Supervisor.

• Regulatory Requirements
Links to regulations on mosquito control projects.

• Information for Scrap Tire Owners
Scrap tires can provide breeding habitat for mosquitoes. The Department of Environmental Quality regulates scrap tire sites to minimize potential mosquito breeding.

• Homeowner Mosquito Control
There are many steps you can take to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds around your home.

• Pesticides and Mosquito Control
Agencies conducting mosquito control should give highest priority to eliminating breeding sights and larviciding.

• Biological Mosquito Control
There are predators that feed on mosquito larvae and adults but not to the extent that they will control the population.

• Community Spray Programs
Information, suggestions and legal requirements of conducting a community-wide mosquito spray program.


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• Larvicides Commonly Used in Michigan

• On-line Mosquito Control References





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